Remo Introduces "BlackMax" Marching
Snare Drum Heads
 January 28, 1999Carol
Carpenter, Marching Percussion product manager for Remo, Inc., has announced
the introduction of "BlackMax" marching drumheads- the latest addition
to the complete line of Remo Marching Percussion heads. Available for thirteen
and fourteen-inch marching snare drums, BlackMax heads combine the strength
and high-tension benefits of an advanced woven Kevlar with the weatherresistance
and musical benefits of Mylar plus the extreme strength of Remo's crimped aluminum
channel.
The new heads were thoroughly field-tested by top Drum & Bugle Corps and
University Bands. Santa Clara Vanguard, winner of the DCI 1998 High Percussion
caption award, featured Black Max drumheads on their snare drums this past summer;
contributing to the line's unique percussion sound and effect.
"'BlackMax' heads are designed to promote the trend of slightly lower
batter head tensioning," says Carpenter. "Their 'Performance Profile'
includes the durability and sensitivity of Kevlar as well as the tone and feel
of Mylar. In addition to the benefits of increased warmth and response, the
surface is extremely hand-friendly. This combination of materials provides drummers
with improved sound and feel but doesn't require changes in their technical
or musical styles."
In a related development, Remo also unveiled a new Ebony Snare-Side head. Developed
to provide a darker, drier snare sound as well as a distinctive look, Ebony
Snare-Side heads feature a 400 gauge version of Ebony drumhead film in a standard
aluminum hoop with a high-tension, low-collar designed for corps and marching
band use. Ebony Snare Side heads are available for 13, 14 and 15-inch marching
snare drums. For more information, visit Remo at http://www.remo.com/ | 
